STRIKE A POSE

TRY THESE YOGA POSES TO BUILD YOUR STRENGTH, FLEXIBILITY AND BALANCE. ALL WORKING ON PROPRIOCEPTION, THESE EXERCISES WILL HELP IMPROVE YOUR RUNNING TECHNIQUE.

WORDS: CHARL OTTE MORSE ILLUSTRATIONS: BEN FOXALL

Preparation

Make sure you are warmed up before doing these yoga poses. They are perfect for adding into your training, or for stretching before or after a run. Do each pose on each side, holding for a minimum of five breaths.

WARRIOR 2 – VIRABHADRASANA

Builds strength in the legs and in the knees and opens up the hips, quadriceps and hamstrings.

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